Lew Lakes Colossal Comedy Company of Comedians
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Lew Lakes Colossal Comedy Company of Comedians
Promotional postcard for Lew Lakes Colossal Comedy Company of Comedians. Popular music hall sketch company set up by Lew Lake (1874-1939). This image shows The Bloomsbury Burglars, (1912) the most famous sketch of this popular music hall sketch company. It involves a fight between Jerry and Nobbler (insets, top) and the police. Date: 1912
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Step right up and prepare yourselves for an unforgettable night of laughter and merriment with the Lew Lakes Colossal Comedy Company of Comedians! This promotional postcard invites you to experience the magic of music hall entertainment as it was meant to be seen in 1912. The Bloomsbury Burglars, the most famous sketch of this popular company, is depicted in this image. The scene unfolds as Jerry (top left inset) and Nobbler (top right inset) engage in a thrilling fight, with the law hot on their heels. The police, shown in the main image, are determined to bring these mischievous burglars to justice. But fear not, for this farcical encounter is sure to leave you in stitches! Lew Lake, the mastermind behind the Colossal Comedy Company, brought together a talented troupe of comedians, musicians, and performers to create unforgettable revues and pantomimes. The company's popularity soared, and the Bloomsbury Burglars sketch became a fan favorite. This postcard is a testament to the enduring appeal of music hall entertainment and the power of comedy to bring people together. So, gather your friends and family and join us for an evening filled with laughter, music, and the unforgettable antics of the Lew Lakes Colossal Comedy Company of Comedians. Date: 1912 Keywords: theatre, theatrical, popular, entertainment, stage, play, pantomime, panto, music, hall, halls, revue, revues, comedy, comedies, farce, farcical, promotional, postcard, bloomsbury, burglars, police, 1912, lew, lake, injured, injuries, fight, fights.
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